Pocket Watch Database

Elgin Grade 494


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Grade 494 is a 23j Openface watch maufacturered by Elgin. The size 16s, Model 15 movement features a nickel finish and is adjusted to 6 positions, isochronism and temperature. During the time the watch was manufactured, it would have qualified for railroad service and is considered to be railroad grade.

Grade 494 Movement Characteristics

  • Size16s
  • Jewels23j
  • ConfigurationOpenface
  • FinishNickel
  • Model15
  • SettingLever
  • AdjustedYes
  • Railroad GradeYes

Grade 494 Production Info

  • Total Production5,000
  • Number of Runs5
  • Production Years1932-1934
  • First Serial33,595,001
  • Last Serial34,949,000
  • Largest Run1,000
  • Smallest Run1,000
  • Most Common Run1,000